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Daniel Coker Horton & Bell PA

United States 2025

Overview

Founded in 1946, Daniel Coker Horton & Bell, P.A. provides comprehensive and cost-effective legal services to the corporations, institutions and individuals who are our valued clients.

Our attorneys are tough, seasoned trial lawyers servicing a broad spectrum of civil cases, including antitrust, business, class action, commercial construction, energy, environmental, franchise, governmental/public entity liability, insurance, labor and employment, mass tort, medical, natural resources, personal injury, pharmaceutical, premises liability, products liability, professional liability, securities, transportation, wrongful death and other complex matters. Some of our attorneys use their litigation experience to help parties resolve their disagreements through alternative dispute resolution processes, offering mediation and arbitration services in business, energy, natural resources, personal injury, construction, workers' compensation, or other disputes. Our litigation experience shows in the quality and efficiency of our work.

We also offer planning and transaction assistance for individuals, such as estate planning and probate, and for businesses in areas relating to entity formation, entity governance, labor and employment, contract formation, and asset sales and acquisitions.

Our clients appreciate our core commitment to their goals and objectives as well as our understanding and knowledge of their businesses. Our experience enables us to help clients accurately predict litigation risks and costs and anticipate problems instead of simply responding to them.
Founded:
1946
Size:
21
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Practice Areas:
20
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
13

Rankings

Regional

Gulfport

Tier
1
Gulfport
Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

Jackson-MS

Tier
1
Jackson-MS
Insurance Law
Tier
1
Jackson-MS
Litigation - Insurance
Tier
1
Jackson-MS
Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Tier
1
Jackson-MS
Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Tier
1
Jackson-MS
Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants

Firm Leadership

J. Wyatt Hazard
Secretary
Roy A. Smith, Jr.
President

About Our Clients

Allianz Global & Specialty, American Honda Finance Corporation, American Medical Response, Inc., Bituminous Casualty Corporation, Briggs & Stratton Corporation, Broadspire, Beau Rivage Resorts, Inc., Bushnell Outdoor Products, Canal HR, Capital Recovery Group LLC, Church’s Fried Chicken, Dematic Corp., DHL Global Business Services, Electric Power Associations of Mississippi,Inc., Emcare,Inc., Farmers Insurance Exchange, FedEx Express, Government Employees Insurance Company “GEICO”, Kansas City Life Insurance Company, Layne Christensen Company, Liberty Mutual Insurance, Liberty Tax Service,Louisiana Construction and Industry Self Insurer's Fund, (LCSIF), Martin Lake Resorts, Inc., Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc., Mississippi Municipal Service Company, Mueller Industries, Inc., Munich Re, Nationwide Mutual Insurance Co., Perry Videx, Sigma Chi Fraternity, Southeast Foods, Inc., Southwest Airlines, State Auto, Strategic Comp Services, Subway Franchise - Greater Jackson Area, TDX Construction Corporation, The Majestic Star Casino, LLC, Trident Insurance Company, United Technologies Corporation, and Zurich.

Select Clients

American Medical Response, Inc. AmTrust North America Beau Rivage Resorts, Inc. Broadspire Captain D's, LLC Electric Cooperatives of Mississippi, Inc. Emcare, Inc. Farmers Insurance Exchange FedEx Express GEICO Kansas City Life Insurance Company Liberty Mutual Insurance Martin Lake Resorts, Inc. Mississippi Municipal Service Company Munich Re Southeast Foods, LLC State Auto Insurance Companies Strategic Comp Services Trident Insurance Company United Technologies Corporation Zurich

Highlighted Client Comments

These featured testimonials reflect a sampling of client experiences. As every legal matter is unique—comments are personal opinions, not guarantees of future results.
Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Roy Smith, of Daniel, Coker, Horton and Bell, is a great lawyer and a great guy.
 
Commercial Litigation
I have worked with Jack Ables of Daniel, Coker, Horton and Bell for several years. He is extremely knowledgeable, easy to work with, and pays great attention to detail.
Brian Sheriff
Allianz Global Corporate and Specialty
Litigation - Labor and Employment
Our experience with Daniel, Coker Horton and Bell was great and we settled the case way below the value
 
Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
I have worked with Daniel, Coker for 13 years now and have found the firm to be very knowledgeable in their field. They always go above and beyond to assist their clients.
Janice Moore
MTD Products
Employment Law - Management
Daniel, Coker has excellent lawyers. I highly recommend this firm.
 
Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
I have been working with Daniel, Coker, Horton and Bell since 2003. They have particular expertise in defending professionals. I have found the firm to be strategic, efficient, and responsive.
Naomi Yamada
Arch Insurance
Insurance Law
They are very knowledgeable and do a great job in handling insurance defense cases.
 

Rankings

Regional

Gulfport

Tier
1
Gulfport
Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

Jackson-MS

Tier
1
Jackson-MS
Insurance Law
Tier
1
Jackson-MS
Litigation - Insurance
Tier
1
Jackson-MS
Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Tier
1
Jackson-MS
Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Tier
1
Jackson-MS
Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
Tier
2
Jackson-MS
Commercial Litigation
Tier
2
Jackson-MS
Construction Law
Tier
2
Jackson-MS
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
Tier
2
Jackson-MS
Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
Tier
3
Jackson-MS
Litigation - Construction

Tupelo

Tier
1
Tupelo
Insurance Law
Tier
1
Tupelo
Municipal Law
Tier
1
Tupelo
Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Tier
1
Tupelo
Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Tier
1
Tupelo
Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
Tier
2
Tupelo
Litigation - Labor and Employment
Tier
2
Tupelo
Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
Tier
3
Tupelo
Litigation - Municipal

Practice Areas

Daniel Coker Horton & Bell PA has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 13 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Construction Law
  • Corporate Law
  • Employment Law - Management
  • Energy Law
  • Insurance Law
  • Litigation - Banking and Finance
  • Litigation - Construction
  • Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • Litigation - Municipal
  • Litigation - Securities
  • Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
  • Natural Resources Law
  • Oil and Gas Law
  • Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
  • Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
  • Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
  • Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
  • Transportation Law
  • Workers' Compensation Law - Employers

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Daniel Coker Horton & Bell PA proudly has 13 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Client Comments

A strong relationship between a client and their law firm is key to achieving the best possible outcomes. Open communication, trust, and collaboration ensure that attorneys understand each client’s unique goals and needs. Choosing the right firm means finding a team with the experience, knowledge, and dedication to guide you through every stage of the legal process.
Client comments reflect personal opinions and individual experiences. Every case is different, and outcomes depend on specific facts and circumstances. Past results and testimonials do not guarantee similar outcomes in future matters. For personalized legal advice, consult directly with an experienced attorney who can evaluate your specific situation and provide tailored guidance.
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Offices & Contacts

Madison, MS
Gulfport, MS
Oxford, MS
265 North Lamar Boulevard, Suite R
P.O. Box 1396
Oxford, MS 38655-1396
United States
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